Outdoor Garden Signs
Durability and natural resistance to decay of Western Red Cedar, as it will withstand the elements and add a warm, rustic charm to any garden setting. This guide will walk you through the ordering process followed by the craftsmen at the Cedar Sign Company in the heart of the land of 10,000 lakes. Their process always includes design collaboration and scale proofs -- lots of collaboration, one-on-one with a talented sign design artist to ensure your vision comes to life.
They have been carving custom wood signs for 60 years! In fact, it's crucial to their desire for customer satisfaction that their buyer's credit cards are not charged until they collaborate using enough scale proofs for the customer to approve the carving. Plus, if folks do not love their sign on arrival, they may use it for kindling, and the Cedar Sign team will make another one and ship it - at no charge!
Why Choose WESTERN RED CEDAR?
Western red cedar is prized for resisting weathering without compromising aesthetic appeal. Its rich color, richly textured grain with amber, cinnamon, and sienna coloring, and fine grain create stunning visual contrasts in flower beds, vegetable patches, or along garden pathways. Additionally, western red cedar is lightweight, making it easy to install while aggressively resistant to the outdoor elements of rain, sun, and harsh weather. If the finish is refreshed at least every other summer, your Custom Wood Sign will Gracefully Weather a Lifetime!
Personalizing Your Garden Sign
The beauty of custom wood garden signs lies in their personalization. The options are limitless, whether it’s a family name, a meaningful quote, or directional signage for plant varieties. Before you start the ordering process, think about the text, imagery, or motifs that resonate with your garden's theme.The Custom Sign-Ordering Process
1. Initial Consultation: Start with a consultation where you can express your ideas. Use this opportunity to discuss your preferences for size, font, tone, and any particular image elements you want to incorporate into your design.
2. Scale Renderings: After your initial discussion, you will receive scale renderings of your custom sign. These renderings visually represent how your sign will look once completed. It’s an important step, as it allows you to see the design concerning the space it will occupy and make any necessary adjustments before the final approval.
3. Design Collaboration: Collaboration is key to achieving the perfect sign. You’ll work closely with the design team to finalize the details, ensuring that every aspect meets your expectations. This teamwork guarantees that the ultimate product reflects your vision while maintaining practicality for outdoor use.
4. Production and Delivery: Carving will begin once the design is finalized and approved. High-quality craftsmanship ensures that your custom wood garden sign is built to last. You can expect timely (typically 10 days) delivery to enjoy your personalized carved wood outdoor sign in no time. When the second coat of our proprietary, cedar oil-based penetrating finish-sealer has dried, your sign will go in a box, and a Fedex tracking number will be generated and forwarded to you so you can follow it right to your door.
5. Care and Maintenance: Although Western Red Cedar is naturally resistant to decay, some care will enhance its longevity if you want to preserve its beautiful colors. Applying a FINISH REFRESHER at least every other summer is advised to protect against fading and maintain its natural beauty. Using no finish refresh after a few years will let the sign go gray. The cedar sign will still be rugged outdoors, and the grain is subtle over time and has its own kind of appeal. Regularly inspecting your sign of graying will help keep it looking its best.
Investing in custom wood garden signs made from western red cedar is worth the effort for aesthetic enhancement and personal expression in your garden. By following the step-by-step ordering process of design collaboration and scale renderings, you can create a sign that truly reflects your unique style and enhances the beauty of your outdoor space. If you have questions or want to send us some images, sketches, or ideas to consider for proofs and a quotation, send them as an attachment by email to thom@cedarsign.com or call (682) 273-8900 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central time, Monday through Friday. That number will also accept text messages, so don't hesitate to reach out at any time with a text.
Let your garden speak volumes with personalized signs that tell your story!
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